In a commanding display of football, Unique FA faced off against Glebe Youth Lions on 22 September 2024 at the LA Sports venue, securing a resounding victory with a final score of 12-3. The match, which kicked off at 12:00 pm, showcased Unique FA's attacking prowess and solid teamwork, leaving their opponents struggling to keep pace.
Unique FA lined up in a 1-2-1 formation, a tactical setup that allows for a solid defensive base while promoting fluid attacking play. Brooks Hylton-Baxter took his position as the goalkeeper, providing a last line of defence. In front of him, Tate Semper-Hughes and Jude Conroy operated as central defenders, tasked with breaking up opposition attacks and initiating play from the back. Jaxton Famutimi and Sidney Waller played as central midfielders and strikers respectively, with the former focusing on linking defence and attack while the latter aimed to convert chances into goals.
The action began early, with Glebe Youth Lions striking first in the sixth minute, putting Unique FA on the back foot. However, the response was swift and fierce. Just three minutes later, Jaxton Famutimi levelled the score with a well-placed shot, igniting a flurry of goals from Unique FA.
In the tenth minute, Brooks Hylton-Baxter netted his first of the match, courtesy of an assist from Jude Conroy, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively. The momentum continued to build as Tate Semper-Hughes scored shortly after, putting Unique FA ahead 3-1 within just eleven minutes.
Jude Conroy then added his name to the scoresheet in the thirteenth minute, assisted by Semper-Hughes, as the team began to dominate the game. Hylton-Baxter scored again just a minute later, displaying his remarkable versatility, while Conroy found the net once more in the fifteenth minute, extending the lead to 5-1.
Sidney Waller joined the scoring party in the twentieth minute, finishing off a move set up by Hylton-Baxter, who was having a standout performance. The first half concluded with Unique FA leading 6-1, a commanding position that reflected their attacking intensity.
The second half began with Brooks Hylton-Baxter continuing his scoring spree, netting yet another goal in the twenty-first minute. Tate Semper-Hughes added to the tally in the twenty-sixth minute, with Waller providing the assist, demonstrating the team's cohesive play.
Hylton-Baxter wasn’t done yet; he scored again in the twenty-eighth minute, further solidifying Unique FA's dominance. Glebe Youth Lions managed to find a response, scoring their second goal in the twenty-ninth minute, but it did little to stem the tide of Unique FA's relentless attack.
Jaxton Famutimi capped off a stellar performance by scoring twice in quick succession, first in the thirtieth minute with an assist from Waller, and then again in the thirty-first minute, bringing his tally to three goals for the match.
Glebe Youth Lions managed to score one final goal in the thirty-fifth minute, but it was merely a consolation in what was a thoroughly one-sided affair. Unique FA's emphatic victory of 12-3 showcased their attacking flair and tactical superiority, with Brooks Hylton-Baxter earning the Player of the Match honour for his remarkable contribution in attack.
